Hundreds Gather To Remember Charlie Kirk In Hudson Valley Hundreds Gather To Remember Charlie Kirk In Hudson Valley
Hundreds Gather To Remember Charlie Kirk In Hudson Valley Less than a week after his death, hundreds gathered in Orange County on Monday evening, Sept. 15, to honor conservative political activist Charlie Kirk. About 500 people filled the village square in downtown Goshen on Monday to honor the 31-year-old Turning Point USA founder, according to police estimates reported by incident reporter Mark Lieb of Rockland Video Productions.  As the sun set, the crowd held candles in silence and prayer. The event was organized by the Orange County Young Republicans and featured remarks from local Republican State Assemblyman Brian Maher, who addressed …
Police Activity Prompts Lockout At High School In Dutchess County (DEVELOPING) Police Activity Prompts Lockout At High School In Dutchess County (DEVELOPING)
Police Activity Prompts Lockout At High School In Dutchess County (Developing) A Dutchess County high school was placed on lockout Monday afternoon, Sept. 15, due to nearby police activity, officials said. At around 3:15 p.m. on Monday, Wappingers Central School District Superintendent Dwight Bonk announced that John Jay High School in East Fishkill went into lockout status after law enforcement notified administrators of an ongoing police matter near Interstate 84.  Bonk said the measure was taken “as a safety precaution.” He added that the safety of students and staff was not impacted. The lockout caused delays in dismissal, and all after-school activities at J…
Dem LI Congressman Suozzi Refuses To Endorse NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani Dem LI Congressman Suozzi Refuses To Endorse NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani
Dem LI Congressman Suozzi Refuses To Endorse NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani Hours after Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor, Long Island Congressman Tom Suozzi said he will not follow suit. Suozzi, a Democrat who represents parts of Nassau and Queens, posted his statement on X Monday, Sept. 15. “I will not be endorsing Mamdani,” Suozzi wrote. “While I share his concern about the issue of affordability, I fundamentally disagree with his proposed solutions. Like the voters I represent, I believe socialism has consistently failed to deliver real, sustainable progress.” Suozzi added that he had not discussed Hochul’s decision …
$6M NY Estate With River Views, Horse Farm, Pool, Guest Cottages Hits Market $6M NY Estate With River Views, Horse Farm, Pool, Guest Cottages Hits Market
$6M NY Estate With River Views, Horse Farm, Pool, Guest Cottages Hits Market A sprawling Westchester County estate with a storied past and rare river views has just hit the market for $6 million. The property, known as Rolling Stone Farm, spans more than 106 acres at 99 Quaker Bridge Rd. in Croton-on-Hudson and features a 5,680-square-foot European-style home with five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, according to its Berkshire Hathaway listing.  Originally built in the 1930s for the Sears and Roebuck family, the stone-and-shingle residence is filled with architectural details such as leaded glass windows, wide-plank hardwood floors, and a dramatic slate entrance …
Cameras Inside NY School Bathrooms Spark Privacy Debate: 'Not Even OK' Cameras Inside NY School Bathrooms Spark Privacy Debate: 'Not Even OK'
Cameras Inside NY School Bathrooms Spark Privacy Debate: 'Not Even OK' The recent opening of an Albany charter high school has sparked concern among parents after videos showed surveillance cameras mounted inside student bathrooms. KIPP Capital High School, which opened this fall in Albany, features a modern, open-concept design that includes bathrooms without entry doors and cameras positioned above the sink areas. A TikTok video touring the facility drew attention online, with one woman exclaiming, “I can’t believe that’s really a camera there.” The clip shows ceiling-mounted cameras near the sinks and a large window facing the school’s parking lot. The vi…
Trump Flag Controversy: NY Village's Attempt To Enforce Zoning Code Draws President's Attention Trump Flag Controversy: NY Village's Attempt To Enforce Zoning Code Draws President's Attention
Trump Flag Controversy: NY Village's Attempt To Enforce Zoning Code Draws President's Attention A Westchester County, NY village's issuing of what they say was a routine code violation against a resident displaying a Donald Trump flag has drawn the attention of the President himself, as well as the US Department of Justice.  The controversy began over the weekend of Saturday, Sept. 6, in the village of Croton-on-Hudson, when officials issued a zoning violation against resident and Vietnam veteran Leonard Amicola, who had been displaying a "Trump Is My President" flag on his property, Newsmax reported.  In a statement on Tuesday, Sept. 9, village officials said the action was…
Here's What $5M Gets You On Long Island: From Waterfront Estates To Secluded Retreats Here's What $5M Gets You On Long Island: From Waterfront Estates To Secluded Retreats
Here's What $5M Gets You On Long Island: From Waterfront Estates To Secluded Retreats On Long Island, $5 million can mean a timeless waterfront compound, a state-of-the-art modern mansion, or a secluded hideaway in the woods — it all depends on where you look. Here are five homes across Nassau and Suffolk counties, each with an asking price of $5 million or more. $5M Montauk Retreat Surrounded By Lush Privacy Zillow Tucked away on nearly an acre in Montauk, this $5 million for-sale-by-owner listing offers both seclusion and potential. The four-bedroom, three-bathroom home, built in 1968, spans 2,200 square feet and sits back from the street, surrounded by mature vegetatio…
Students Evacuated After Chemical Spill At High School In NY (DEVELOPING) Students Evacuated After Chemical Spill At High School In NY (DEVELOPING)
Students Evacuated After Chemical Spill At High School In NY (Developing) A chemical spill led to the evacuation of a high school in Westchester County on Thursday, Sept. 4.  The incident happened at Hastings High School in Hastings-On-Hudson, where an "isolated incident" in a science classroom led to the evacuation of all students in the building, according to a message from the Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District. The incident involved a broken beaker that had chemicals in it, CBS News reported. A few students and one teacher were affected by the chemical spill, according to the outlet.  All students are safe, district officials said,…
AG James, 19 States Slam Federal Policy Forcing Indefinite Immigrant Detention AG James, 19 States Slam Federal Policy Forcing Indefinite Immigrant Detention
AG James, 19 States Slam Federal Policy Forcing Indefinite Immigrant Detention New York Attorney General Letitia James is leading a coalition of 19 attorneys general in pushing back against a federal policy that would keep many undocumented immigrants locked up without the chance for a bond hearing. In a legal brief filed Wednesday, Sept. 3, the attorneys general argued that the US Department of Homeland Security’s new approach violates due process, harms families, and wastes taxpayer dollars. The new policy eliminates bond hearings for those who entered the country without inspection, meaning they could be held indefinitely — sometimes for months or years — regardles…
Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller Film ‘Meet The Parents’ Sequel At New York Toy Store Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller Film ‘Meet The Parents’ Sequel At New York Toy Store
Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller Film ‘Meet The Parents’ Sequel At New York Toy Store A familiar spot in downtown Mamaroneck has been transformed for Hollywood, as Robert De Niro and Ben Stiller film the fourth Meet the Parents movie inside a local toy store. The film, titled Focker In-Law, is shooting at Miller’s on Mamaroneck Avenue, which has been temporarily remade into “Rizzo & Son Party Supplies,” according to the Mamaroneck Historical Society. Filming began on Monday, Aug. 25, and is scheduled to continue through Tuesday, Sept. 2, the village said. On Thursday, Aug. 28, the store’s full movie makeover was already on display, complete with a new sign and storefront…
Acting Putnam Sheriff Nominated To Appear On Election Ballot After Predecessor's Death Acting Putnam Sheriff Nominated To Appear On Election Ballot After Predecessor's Death
Acting Putnam Sheriff Nominated To Appear On Election Ballot After Predecessor's Death The Putnam County Republican Committee has formally endorsed Acting Putnam County Sheriff Brian Hess as its candidate in this year’s election to succeed the late Sheriff Kevin McConville, who died last week.   Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne announced the endorsement on Thursday, Aug. 28, praising Hess as the right leader to continue McConville’s legacy of public safety.  "Sheriff Kevin McConville’s service and dedication will never be forgotten, and Brian is ready to continue that legacy of keeping Putnam County safe," Byrne said in a statement, continuing, "He has my fu…
This Is What $25M Gets You In Saratoga County (Yes, There’s An Elevator) This Is What $25M Gets You In Saratoga County (Yes, There’s An Elevator)
This Is What $25M Gets You In Saratoga County (Yes, There’s An Elevator) Got $25 million burning a hole in your pocket? Saratoga County has just the mansion for you. Known as Palazzo Riggi, this sprawling stone sanctuary—located at 637 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs—is currently the priciest real estate listing around. Situated on a corner lot behind wrought-iron black and gold gates, the six-bedroom, 13-bathroom property stretches nearly 20,000 square feet across just under an acre. Julie & Co Realty Originally owned by socialite Michele Riggi and her late husband Ronald, the mansion is as opulent as they come, boasting everything from a koi po…